About Brittle
The surname Brittle is of English origin and is derived from the Old English word "bryttel," meaning "brittle" or "fragile." It is a descriptive surname that likely originated as a nickname for someone who was delicate or easily broken, or possibly for someone with a brittle temperament. The name may have been given to individuals who exhibited these characteristics or to those who worked with brittle materials such as glass or pottery.
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The surname Brittle is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Brittle based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Brittle in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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